December 1, 2017, La Palm Royal Beach - For the eighth year in a row, Ashesi’s Student Council (ASC) held the Ubora Awards to celebrate excellence within the community. Initiated by the ASC, the excellence awards, one of the biggest events on the school calendar, aims at inspiring members of the Ashesi community to reach for excellence in all they do.
“A planted seed is not left to grow on its own: it has to be nursed,” said Michael Amponsah, ASC President. “The community has to encourage those striving to grow, and a good way is to celebrate excellence. Ubora creates a good platform for students to be the lead in collectively appreciating and encouraging excellence in our community.”
The categories of awards presented at each Ubora Awards represent all the aspects of student, faculty and staff life at Ashesi. The awards essentially capture the three pillars of Ashesi; Leadership, Citizenship and Scholarship.
Speaking at ceremony was Princess Naa Asie Ocansey, Ghanaian philanthropist. In her address, she expressed the importance of ethics and integrity within our society. “Ethical leadership is the single commodity that will unlock the treasures of this continent,” she said. “We need leaders who are going to surround themselves with the right people and create a positive movement, starting from the youth."
We congratulate all the award-winners, and we celebrate them for inspiring the entire Ashesi community.
Bright Star - Eugene Parker
To a student who exhibits academic excellence both inside and outside of a classroom. This student is intellectually curious and constantly asks questions that broaden the conversation and is committed to proactively sharing knowledge with peers.
Entrepreneurial spirit – Grannies
To a student or student group who exemplifies the ideals of entrepreneurship and puts business theory to practice in a socially conscious way.
Golden mouse - Ezekiel Sebastine
To a student who uses their knowledge in Computer Science to constantly improve the lives of others and assist peers with IT related issues.
Leadership in action - Derrick Omari
To a student or student group that takes initiative and goes beyond the call of duty to leave an indelible mark on the lives of others, no matter how small. This award must not necessarily go to the student leaders.
Sportsman and Woman of the year - Nana Ama Ayenor & Kirk Caesar
To a male and female student who have shown keen interest in sports and are committed to improving sports at Ashesi.
Rising star - Zoe Tagboto
To a freshman or sophomore who has demonstrated initiative, drive and leadership and is committed to making an impact here at Ashesi.
Campus impact - Entertainment committee
To a student or student group that has, in the past year demonstrated a commitment to serving others outside the Ashesi Community.
Male Star Image - Nana Kwame Addo Adjei-Marfo
Female Star Image - Odette Ofusu-Siaw
Most outstanding class – 2018
To the class that exhibits overall excellence in all spheres of community life – turning up and participating in community activities, demonstrating scholarship and leadership in their interactions with other classes and having fun!
Most outstanding staff - TK Mawuli Azaglo
To the staff member, who has demonstrated a continual commitment to the pillars of Ashesi with a self-evident belief in the need to enhance student life in a positive way.
Most outstanding Faculty intern - Joshua Aherdemla
To the faculty intern, who has demonstrated a continual commitment to the pillars of Ashesi with a self-evident belief in the need to enhance student life in a positive way.
Most outstanding Faculty - Dr Ayorkor Korsah
To the faculty member who expanded the horizons, skills, and value systems of Ashesi students by providing support and guidance both inside and outside of the classroom.
Community Engagement - Tech Era
To a student or student group that has, in the past year demonstrated a commitment to serving others outside the Ashesi Community.
Student personality of the year - Paapa Darfoor
To a student who exemplifies all three pillars of Ashesi in their daily life.
